New · posted Oct 30
Gilead Sciences · Biotechnology
QC Analytical Specialist I
- Frederick, MD
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
The role
We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet.
Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfill their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.
What you need
What you'll do
Responsibilities (included but are not limited to)
• Perform analytical testing using ELISA, qPCR, ddPCR assays, cell bioassays and Flow Cytometry to support lot release and routine stabuility testing, test result review and data verification.
• Support product quality review by performing method monitoring/method performance verification, tracking and trending invalids, test results, reagent use/reference control use, OOTt data as required per applicable SOPs.
• Maintain, calibrate and operate equipment and instruments supporting ELISA, qPCR, ddPCR assays, cell bioassays and Flow Cytometry.
• Assist with deviation, investigation, CAPA and change control activities at Kite pharma and contract labs.
• Review data for quality, consistency, and accuracy Responsible for tracking of logbooks lifecycle and review process.
• Identify gaps, recommend process improvements, and author/review change controls to implement change to qualified processes and or equipment at Kite pharma and contract labs.
• Revise, and review SOPs, protocols, and technical reports.
• Support training activities.
• Support activities related to the transfer and validation of analytical methods from Clinical to Commercial QC, and Commercial QC to external testing sites
• Support inspection readiness activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and activities
• Additional duties as assigned.
• These duties can be delegated to designated deputies of a satisfactory qualification level as needed.
The salary range for this position is: $80,325.00 - $103,950.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma.
Pay
$80,325 – $103,950 a year
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* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
Where you'll work
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Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.
Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.
Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 30, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 52% above the US median for Quality Control roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in Maryland9 roles publishing pay
Associate & Specialist roles in the US126 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $80,325 | — | $103,950 |
| Maryland (middle half) | $73,000 | $101,000 | $101,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $48,000 | $60,500 | $78,875 |
This role: Gilead Sciences's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Control roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 30, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Control
The general path across 349 open Quality Control roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Gilead's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 19 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Lab testing and methods4
- Documentation and SOPs3
- Quality systems and risk3
- Collaboration and leadership3
- Validation and qualification2
- GMP and compliance1
- Investigations and CAPA1
Company hiring pulse
Gilead on Regulatory Jobs
- 58
- Open roles
- 46
- Distinct roles
- 7
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality44 76%
- Regulatory14 24%
By level
- Director31 53%
- Manager12 21%
- Senior & Principal11 19%
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QC Analytical Specialist I at Gilead
Open until filled. $80K–$104K a year, employer provided.